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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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