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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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