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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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