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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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