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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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