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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also reviews 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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