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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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