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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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