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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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