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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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