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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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