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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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