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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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