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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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