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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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