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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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