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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses 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 educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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