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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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