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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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