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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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