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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Reddit to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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