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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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