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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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