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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Montenegro to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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