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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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