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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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