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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education make it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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