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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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