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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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