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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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