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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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