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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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