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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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