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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines 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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