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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates 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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