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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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