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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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