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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gibraltar to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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