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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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