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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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