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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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