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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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