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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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