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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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