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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology enable learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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