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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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