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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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