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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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