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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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