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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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