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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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