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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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