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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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