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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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