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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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