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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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