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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important 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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