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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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