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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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