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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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