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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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