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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning technology have empowered humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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