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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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