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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online education are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like India to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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