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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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