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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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