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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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