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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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