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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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