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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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