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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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