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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses 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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