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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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