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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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