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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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