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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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