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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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