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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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