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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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