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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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