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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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