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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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