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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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