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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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