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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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