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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have empowered humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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