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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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