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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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