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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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