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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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