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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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