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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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