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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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