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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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