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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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