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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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