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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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