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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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