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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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