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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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