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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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