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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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