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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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