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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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