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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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