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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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