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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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