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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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