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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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