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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better understand these new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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