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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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