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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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