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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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