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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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