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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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