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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Abkhazia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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