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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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