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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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