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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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