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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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