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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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