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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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