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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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