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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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