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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online education technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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