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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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