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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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