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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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