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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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