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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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