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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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