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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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