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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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