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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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