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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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