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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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