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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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