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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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