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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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