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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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