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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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