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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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