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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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