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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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