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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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