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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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