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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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