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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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