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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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