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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines 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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