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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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