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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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