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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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