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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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