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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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