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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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