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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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