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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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