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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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