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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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