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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Gibraltar to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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