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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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