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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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