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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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