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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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