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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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