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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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