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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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