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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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