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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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