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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tajikistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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