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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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