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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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