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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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