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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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