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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in electronic education technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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