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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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