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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also explores 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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