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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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