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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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