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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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