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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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