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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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