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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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