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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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