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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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