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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better grasp these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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