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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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