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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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