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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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