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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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