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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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