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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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