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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Gabon to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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