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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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