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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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