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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in digital education technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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