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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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