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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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