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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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