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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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