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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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