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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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