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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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