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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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