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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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