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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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