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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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