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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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