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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive these open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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