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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources