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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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