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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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