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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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