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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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