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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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