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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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