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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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