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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational experiments. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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