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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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