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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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