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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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