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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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