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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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