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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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