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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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