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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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