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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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