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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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