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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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