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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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