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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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