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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning have empowered humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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