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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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