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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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