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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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