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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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