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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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