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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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