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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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