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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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