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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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