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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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