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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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