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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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