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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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