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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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