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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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