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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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