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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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