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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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