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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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