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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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