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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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