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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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