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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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