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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Abkhazia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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