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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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