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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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