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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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