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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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