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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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