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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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