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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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