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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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