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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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