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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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