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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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