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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines 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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