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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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