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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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