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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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