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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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