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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online education technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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