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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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