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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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