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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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