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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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