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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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