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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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