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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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