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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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