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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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