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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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