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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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