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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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