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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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