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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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