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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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