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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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