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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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