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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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