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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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