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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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