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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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