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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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