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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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