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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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