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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key 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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