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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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