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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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