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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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