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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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