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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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