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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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