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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology enable learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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