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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open education experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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