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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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