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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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