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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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