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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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