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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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