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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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