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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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