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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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