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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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