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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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