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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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