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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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