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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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