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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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