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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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