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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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