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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational 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 stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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