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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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