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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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