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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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