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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning have enabled learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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