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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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