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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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