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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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