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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning enable learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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