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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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