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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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