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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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