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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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