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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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