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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines 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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