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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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