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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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