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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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