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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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