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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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