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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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