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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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