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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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