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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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