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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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