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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners 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 issues that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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