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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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