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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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