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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to understand these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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