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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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