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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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