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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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