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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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