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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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