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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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