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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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