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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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