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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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