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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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