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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Abkhazia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate 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 developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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