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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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