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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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