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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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