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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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