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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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