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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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