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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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