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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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