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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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