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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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