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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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