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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education experiments. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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