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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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