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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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