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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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