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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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