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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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