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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning enable learners all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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