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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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