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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in online education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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