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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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