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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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