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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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