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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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