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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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