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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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