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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology have enabled humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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