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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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