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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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