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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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