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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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