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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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