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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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