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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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