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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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