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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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