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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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