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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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