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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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