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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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