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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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