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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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