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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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