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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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