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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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