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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in digital education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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