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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning have empowered learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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