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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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