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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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