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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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