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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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