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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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