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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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