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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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