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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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