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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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