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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic education technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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