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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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