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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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