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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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