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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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