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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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