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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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