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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Indonesia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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