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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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