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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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