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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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