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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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