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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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