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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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