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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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