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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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