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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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