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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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