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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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