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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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