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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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