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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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