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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Turkey to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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