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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling students all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also explores the 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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