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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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