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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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