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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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