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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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