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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning have enabled learners all over the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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