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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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