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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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