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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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