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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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