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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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