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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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