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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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