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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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