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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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