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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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