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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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