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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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