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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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