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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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