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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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