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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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