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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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