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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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