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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these 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 massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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