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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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