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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning have enabled people all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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