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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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