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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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