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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic education technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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