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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Trainers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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