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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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