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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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