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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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