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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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