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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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