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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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