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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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