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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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