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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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