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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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