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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to understand these important new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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