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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. People want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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