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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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