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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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