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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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