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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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