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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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