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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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