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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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