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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open education experiments. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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