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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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