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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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