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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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