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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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