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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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