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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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