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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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