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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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