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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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