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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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