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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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