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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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