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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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