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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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