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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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