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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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