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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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