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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in online learning enable learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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