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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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